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Carved Chinese Bamboo Carving of a Man Carrying a Woman on His Back
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Carved Chinese Bamboo Carving of a Man Carrying a Woman on His Back

19th century
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A carved Chinese bamboo carving of a man carrying a woman on his back interesting subject China 1880. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing

1850 to 1900 China

Repair to one foot and small crack on the back

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Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Chinese Carved Bamboo Figure to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18.4cm (7.24")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
6.4cm (2.52")
Reference Numbers
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SA629542
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2185
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Description
A carved Chinese bamboo carving of a man carrying a woman on his back interesting subject China 1880. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing

1850 to 1900 China

Repair to one foot and small crack on the back

International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Chinese Carved Bamboo Figure to the 1880s.

Height
18.4cm (7.24")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
6.4cm (2.52")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA629542
Dealers Internal Ref
2185
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back.
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Archive I A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back.

Carved Chinese Bamboo Carving of a Man Carrying a Woman on His Back

Archive II A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back. View II
Archive III A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back. View III
Archive IV A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back. View IV
Archive V A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back. View V
Archive VI A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back. View VI
Archive VII A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back. View VII
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back.
Carved Chinese Bamboo Carving of a Man Carrying a Woman on his Back
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A carved warm brown bamboo sculpture featuring a standing figure carrying a second figure on their back.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTraditional Chinese
  • MaterialBamboo, Bamboo Root
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved figural group, Flowing drapery, Bamboo root grain, Expressive facial features
  • SizeH 18.4 cm (7 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 6.4 cm (3 in)

This traditional Chinese sculptural piece from 1880 is fashioned from bamboo and bamboo root. The carved figural group depicts a man carrying another figure on his back, showcasing expressive facial features and flowing drapery with visible bamboo root grain. The finished object has a warm brown colouration. Physical details visible on the item include carved figural work, flowing drapery, and detailed wood grain. The sculpture measures 18.4 cm high, 7 cm wide, and 6.4 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this item suits a traditional interior as a decorative accent. It provides an interesting focal point when placed on a bookshelf in a gentleman's library or display cabinet. The piece is handled carefully to accommodate its compact scale and sculpted profile during placement within a living space or study.

FAQs

Bamboo root carving, known as Zhuke, developed as a distinct art form in China during the Ming and Qing dynasties, utilising the natural forms and nodes of the root system to create expressive figural and scholarly objects.

Artisans traditionally craft these sculptures from the dense root stock of bamboo, employing specialised chisels and gouges to carve detailed figures, drapery, and textural elements while following the organic structure of the material.

Authentic pieces usually exhibit a deep, natural patina acquired through age and handling, subtle surface shrinkage lines along the bamboo grain, and evidence of meticulous hand-carving rather than modern machine tooling.

Place the sculpture on a curated bookshelf, mantelpiece, or console table alongside minimal contemporary decor to allow its warm wood tones and organic form to serve as a textural focal point.

Dust gently with a soft, dry brush and avoid placing the item in direct sunlight or near central heating sources to prevent the bamboo from drying out, cracking, or warping over time.
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